The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992(NT).
The position is therefore only open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Prevailing recruitment processes will be followed.
- Based in Malak, NT
- Full-time, fixed term to 19th March 2027
CAAPS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled organisation delivering a range of important community services to people through activities and services that reflect our CORE values of caring, openness, respect and empowerment.
Are you ready to join us?
The Key Worker will provide front line service delivery working directly with families, young people, and other relevant stakeholders. Identify, assess, and respond to the strengths and needs of families and young people accessing Darrandirra Child and Family Centre (CFC) seeking assistance.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Establish and maintain community networks to advocate for young people and families to assist access to required support services.
- Support people and families to participate in centre-based activities and facilitate appropriate “warm” referrals to respond to identified needs.
- Support case planning, coordinate supports and culturally appropriate referral pathways for individuals and families accessing the CFC.
- Complete all administrative tasks, reporting and compliance duties accurately and in a timely manner in adherence with role requirements and CAAPS policies and procedures.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of an setting that is safe, culturally inclusive, and promotes wellbeing and developmental outcomes for young people, and families.
- Conduct and facilitate small community forums, programs, and activities.
Your skills, experience and qualifications include:
- Relevant VET qualification (e.g., Cert III or IV Community Services), Aboriginal Primary Health Care or equivalent tertiary qualification or working towards.
- Ability to work effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse people including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people.
- Demonstrable awareness of and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history and current issues impacting on the lives of Aboriginal people and community, inclusive of an understanding of the local Darwin region and people of the Stolen Generations.
- Demonstrated ability to apply early intervention and prevention activities that support the wellbeing of young people and families.
- Experience working within strengths-based frameworks to support vulnerable people.
- Compassion, empathy, a sense of justice and tolerance.
- A team player – the ability to collaborate with others with openness and trust.
- Adaptable and resilient to be able to work within challenging situations.
- Ability to represent CAAPS in an appropriate manner at all times.
- Demonstrated effective communication including verbal, written and computer skills.
- Committment to a drug-free lifestyle, and willing to undertake drug screening before starting and at random intervals as required.
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Current NT Driver’s License (minimum C Class)
- Current Criminal History Check
- Current Ochre Card (Category E)
- Current Mandatory Reporting Certificate
The position description can be found at www.caaps.org.au/about/careers To apply please send your resume and 1 page cover letter to
[email protected].
Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and only candidates successful for interview will be contacted.
📌 Darrandirra Child & Family Centre Key Worker (Malak)
🏢 CAAPS Aboriginal
📍 Malak